Global Sourcing & Procurement Manager

Company: Vertiv

Job Summary

Vertiv is seeking an experienced Global Sourcing & Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier development, procurement planning, and supply chain operations. The role is responsible for driving cost optimization, developing global sourcing strategies, strengthening supplier partnerships, and ensuring efficient procurement and logistics operations that support business growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Global Sourcing & Procurement

• Develop and execute global sourcing and procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Identify sourcing opportunities to improve supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and operational efficiency.
• Drive strategic procurement initiatives across multiple commodities and supplier categories.
• Support localization and import substitution initiatives to strengthen the supply base.

Vendor Development & Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and develop strategic suppliers.
• Build and maintain long-term supplier relationships to improve quality, delivery performance, and cost efficiency.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with suppliers to enhance innovation and supply reliability.

Strategic Planning & Cost Optimization

• Develop procurement strategies that support organizational growth and long-term business goals.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, strategic sourcing, and supplier negotiations.
• Analyze commodity markets and pricing trends to identify savings opportunities.
• Support budgeting, financial planning, and procurement cost control initiatives.

Contract Management & Risk Mitigation

• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers.
• Manage supplier contracts and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
• Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity.
• Strengthen procurement governance and supplier risk management processes.

Procurement Planning & Supply Chain Operations

• Manage procurement planning to ensure timely availability of materials.
• Optimize inventory levels while balancing working capital and service requirements.
• Coordinate logistics activities to ensure efficient movement of materials across the supply chain.
• Support end-to-end supply chain operations and procurement execution.

Business Intelligence & Analytics

• Conduct commodity analysis and monitor market trends.
• Develop procurement reports, dashboards, and business intelligence insights to support decision-making.
• Provide analytical support for strategic sourcing and procurement planning.
• Use procurement data to improve operational performance and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Finance, Quality, and other business functions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business requirements.
• Support strategic business initiatives through effective supply chain planning and execution.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop procurement and sourcing professionals.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the procurement team.
• Promote best practices across sourcing, procurement, and supplier management activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Operations, or a related discipline.
• MBA or Master's degree is preferred.

Experience

• Significant experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or Global Purchasing.
• Experience managing supplier relationships, commercial negotiations, and procurement operations.
• Exposure to global sourcing and international supplier management is preferred.

Key Skills

• Global Strategic Sourcing
• Procurement Management
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Vendor Development
• Strategic Procurement Planning
• Commodity Management
• Cost Reduction & Value Engineering
• Contract Negotiation
• Risk Management
• Budgeting & Cost Control
• Procurement Planning
• Inventory Optimization
• Supply Chain Operations
• Logistics Management
• Localization & Import Substitution
• Commodity Analysis
• Market Intelligence
• Business Intelligence & Reporting
• Stakeholder Management
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Team Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Decision Making

Preferred Competencies

• Strong commercial and analytical acumen.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Ability to lead procurement transformation initiatives.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Results-oriented with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively in a global and collaborative business environment.